Immigration for Startup Founders
No employer required. Build your startup in the United States.
You have a vision for a company. Immigration shouldn't be the obstacle that stops you. Tahmina Watson literally wrote the book on startup founder immigration — and has spent 20+ years finding the right path for founders from every country.
Recommended visa pathways
O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa
For those with nationally or internationally recognized achievement — no lottery.
EB-2 National Interest Waiver
Self-petition for a green card — no employer sponsor, no PERM required.
EB-1 Priority Worker
The fastest employment-based green card — no PERM labor certification.
E-2 Investor Visa
Start or acquire a U.S. business — renewable indefinitely, no lottery.
H-1B Visa
Specialty occupation visa for skilled professionals sponsored by a U.S. employer.
Why Watson Immigration Law?
Tahmina Watson has authored four books on startup founder immigration and has been the leading advocate for a U.S. startup visa for over a decade. She has helped hundreds of founders navigate the complex landscape of self-sponsored visas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common immigration questions.
Still have questions? Speak directly with an immigration attorney.
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